When counterconditioning is combined
with systematic desensitization, you have a very powerful combination.
Counterconditioning works best if done
with systematic desensitization.
This is where you should get a trainer in to help
you with Systematic Desensitization and Counter Conditioning though.
Not exact matches
An alternative, is to try
systematic desensitization under your dog's threshold levels so to help him better cope
with the frustration since the trigger will be made less salient.
Remember,
with the definition of
systematic desensitization, the pet must remain in a relaxed state, not just a state of non-reactivity.